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INDIA-US: FROM ESTRANGED TO ENGAGED TO RESTRAINED DEMOCRACIES Why in the News? The weaponisation of trade, finance and energy flows by the US, with its allies playing second fiddle, has deeply hurt Indian economic interests, impacting India’s economic rise and, as a consequence, its national security and global standing. India-US relations have evolved from “estranged …
Read MoreIsrael Expands Military Operations Across Southern Lebanon Regions Why in the News ? Israel declared all areas south of Lebanon’s Zahrani River as “combat zones” and issued evacuation warnings amid intensified operations against Hezbollah. The escalation comes despite a ceasefire and ahead of fresh military and diplomatic talks between Lebanon and Israel. Israel’s Escalation In …
Read MoreQUAD Strengthens Indo-Pacific Security And Strategic Cooperation Framework Why in the News ? The QUAD Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi reviewed progress on Indo-Pacific cooperation and launched the Indo-Pacific Maritime Surveillance Collaboration. The grouping also reaffirmed its commitment to counter-terrorism, critical technologies, maritime security, and a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Key Outcomes …
Read MoreRussia Intensifies Ukraine War Using Oreshnik Missile Why in the News ? Russia launched one of its heaviest missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, using the Oreshnik hypersonic missile near Kyiv. The strike escalated concerns over the war and raised fears of growing military confrontation in Europe, with experts calling for application of the precautionary …
Read MoreIran Allows India Passage Through Strategic Hormuz Strait Why in the News ? Amid escalating West Asia conflict, Iran has allowed India and four other countries to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global oil route requiring stringent environmental clearances for maritime operations. The move highlights shifting geopolitics, maritime security concerns aligned with …
Read MoreRaisina Dialogue 2026 Begins in New Delhi Why in the News ? The 11th edition of the Raisina Dialogue was inaugurated in New Delhi by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with Finland’s President Alexander Stubb as Chief Guest. The global forum brings together leaders and experts to discuss major geopolitical and geo-economic challenges, including issues of …
Read MoreIRGC Claims Control Over Strategic Strait of Hormuz Why in the News ? Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed complete control over the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global energy route, amid escalating West Asia conflict and Israeli strikes on Tehran, raising concerns over oil supply disruptions and maritime security. IRGC Claim Over Strait …
Read MoreInternational Law Is Not Dead: Defending the Resilience of a Rules-Based Global Order Syllabus: GS 2 International relations Focus area The article analyses the contemporary crisis facing international law amid rising geopolitical conflicts and populist-authoritarian trends. It argues that despite repeated violations—particularly of the prohibition on the use of force—international law remains resilient. Beyond …
Read MoreINDIA TESTED: FROM U.S. SANCTIONS TO ONE-SIDED TRADE DEAL Syllabus: GS 2: India and International Relations Bilateral Agreements Why in the News? India and the United States have announced a Framework for an Interim Agreement on reciprocal trade, following months of negotiations triggered by U.S.-imposed 50% tariffs. However, unilateral announcements from Washington and conditions linked …
Read MoreIsrael Recognises Somaliland, Sparking Regional Diplomatic Fallout Why in the News? Israel has become the first country to formally recognise Somaliland as an independent nation, announcing full diplomatic ties. The move has been condemned by Somalia, Egypt, Türkiye and Djibouti, raising concerns over sovereignty, stability and international law. This diplomatic shift could have far-reaching implications, …
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